Boss 182™ – Lycoming IO-580 Engine Conversion by Wipaire

Are you ready to fly like a Boss?

If you’re feeling uninspired by the performance of your 182S or T, or maybe your IO-540 is nearing TBO, it’s time to consider the Boss 182™ engine conversion by Wipaire. Our Lycoming IO-580 engine conversion is the most powerful factory-new option available. With 315 hp stock, and up to 340 hp after engine tuning by Ly-Con, your 182 will fly like a whole new airplane.

What’s included in the conversion?

Everything required to put a silly grin on your face every time you push the throttle forward. That means our high-flow tuned exhaust that adds effective horsepower, a variety of propeller options to muscle you into the air, and a firewall beef-up to give you a gross weight increase are all part of the conversion. If you’re on floats or thinking of converting to floats, we offer a heavy-duty seaplane engine mount. The Boss 182 engine conversion is the only late-model engine upgrade approved on floats!

On wheels, you’ll enjoy a gross weight increase to 3,158 lbs. On floats, gross weight increases to 3,370 lbs or 3,500 lbs are available. Climb rates of up to 1,400 fpm (50% greater than stock!) and increased cruise speeds are other benefits you’ll take advantage of with a Boss 182 conversion.

The Boss 182 engine conversion is available for the Cessna 182S and 182T models in both landplane and floatplane configurations.

Installation on wheels includes a gross weight increase to 3,158 lbs take off / 3,000 lbs landing. Installation on Wipline 3000 floats includes a gross weight increase to 3,370 lbs take off / 3,350 lbs landing

Additional Options Include:

MT composite propeller w/spinner – MTV-9-B/210-58

Remarked analog gauges

Rebuild seaplane engine mount

New seaplane engine mount

New prop governor

90 amp alternator

New firewall forward

All new hoses and lines

New engine control cables

Increase to 340 HP:

The Boss 182 is already an impressive performer but for even more spirited performance owners may elect to have port, polish and flow balance services completed by Ly-Con.

Dyno testing confirms that this can increase total output to 340+ hp!

Gross Weight Increases:

Get the most utility out of your 182. Gross weight increases to 3,500 lbs, 3,370 lbs and 3,250 lbs are available for the Cessna 182. The 3,500 and 3,370 lb gross weight increases boast a greatly improved forward CG envelope that gives you more loading flexibility.Learn more about our gross weight increases for the 182.

Performance Comparison on Wipline 3000 Floats

IO-580 at 3,100 lb GW

IO-540 at 3,100 lb GW

Engine

Lycoming IO-580 (315 HP)

Lycoming IO-540 (230 HP)

Take off run (land)

808 ft (246 m)

981 ft (299 m)

Take off run over 50 ft obstacle (land)

1,423 ft (434 m)

1,444 ft (440 m)

Take off run (water)

1,189 ft (363 m)

1,392 ft (425 m)

Take off run over 50 ft obstacle (water)

1,833 ft (559 m)

2,098 ft (640 m)

Rate of climb (per/min)

1,290 ft (393 m)

833 ft (253 m)

Performance Comparison on Wheels

Fully Loaded Performance Data

Typical Load Performance

IO-580 at 3,158 lb GW

IO-540 at 3,100 lb GW

IO-580 at 2,839 lbs GW

Engine

Lycoming IO-580 (315 HP)

Lycoming IO-540 (230 HP)

Lycoming IO-580 (315 HP)

Take off run (land)

640 ft (195 m)

795 ft (243 m)

410 ft (125 m)

Take off run over 50 ft obstacle (land)

1,292 ft (394 m)

1,514 ft (462 m)

908 ft (277 m)

Rate of Climb (per/min)

1,426 ft (434 m)

924 ft (281 m)

1,600 ft (488 m)

Cruise Speed (80% Power at 6,000 ft)

171 MPH (149 KTAS)

161 MPH (140 KTAS)

175 MPH (152 KTAS)
(75% Power at 3,000 ft)

Feedback From the Field

“My favorite feature on wheels is its inherent stability and ground handling. On floats it’s amazing. It comes off the water really sharp. You don’t ever have to wonder ‘at what point will it fly,’ it just gets on step and goes.

I highly recommend the Boss 182, and I recommend it whether you’re going to put it on fat tires, float it, or leave wheel pants on it.”

– M. Holt, Boss 182 Owner & Operator

“Fully Loaded” VS “Typical Load” Performance Data

For FAA certification of new modifications Wipaire performs extensive performance tests with the aircraft loaded to gross weight. This certification data represents the minimum performance expected out of an aircraft loaded to maximum gross weight. In order to better represent the level of performance most pilots will see we are providing performance specs taken with a “typical load” of pilot, co-pilot, 60 gallons of fuel and testing instrumentation. This gave us a weight of 2,839 lbs.

The Benefits of the Modern Cessna 182S & 182T

There are many reasons besides Boss 182 eligibility to consider an S or T model over the older generation Cessna 182 models. Some of the benefits include:

Full internal corrosion proofing using the most up-to-date epoxy-based primers and stainless cables

A modern avionics suite and instrument panel layout with warning panel

Improved, modern autopilot (usually with altitude pre-select and hold)

An up-to-date airframe with all of the latest structural improvements, including wet wing and fuselage access panels

Twice as many fresh air vents, for the utmost in pilot and passenger comfort

Customize Your Boss 182

Wipline® 3000 Floats

No other float available for the Cessna 182 can match the performance and engineering of the Wipline 3000 float. Whether your dream is to fly to remote glacier lakes or island beaches, Wipaire can equip your Skylane with the versatility you need. These outstanding performers are ruggedly durable and ready to give you the freedom to explore.

Avionics

From repairs to ADS-B upgrades to entire glass panel overhauls, our avionics department offers a wide variety of services backed by decades of experience. Avionics services are available at both our South St. Paul, MN headquarters (KSGS) and our Leesburg, FL location (KLEE). Whether you’re on wheels or floats, steam gauges or G1000, we invite you to experience our service and quality.

Paint Refinishing

If you can imagine it, we can make it real. From simple to exotic, we’ll work with you to create a custom design or match existing elements. Our experience and attention to intricate details, such as custom decals and airbrushed art, are the foundation for the highest quality finish for your aircraft.

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